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Toshiba Tecra A50-C PS579A-03G00X
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Main specs
| Processor | Intel Core i5 i5-6200U 2,3GHz |
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| Screen | 15.6" 1366x768 TFT |
| Hard drive | 500GB HDD |
| RAM | 8GB DDR3L-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Pro |
| Graphics card | Intel HD Graphics 520 |
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Full specifications of Toshiba Tecra A50-C PS579A-03G00X
| Reference / Part Number | PS579A-03G00X |
|---|---|
| Also sold as | PS579A-03G00X+PA5116A-2PRP, PS579A-03G00X+SSWA-06033R |
| Release date | July 2017, 9 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product color | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 15.6 " (39,6 cm) |
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| Display resolution | 1366 x 768 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | HD |
| Panel type | TFT |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i5 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i5-6200U |
| Processor frequency | 2,3 GHz |
| Processor generation | Intel Core i5-6xxx |
| Processor boost frequency | 2,8 GHz |
| Processor cores | 2 |
| Processor threads | 4 |
| System bus rate | 4 GT/s |
| Processor cache | 3 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| Processor socket | LGA 1356 (Socket B2) |
| Processor lithography | 14 nm |
| Processor operating modes | 64-bit |
| Processor series | Intel Core i5-6200 series |
| Processor codename | Skylake |
| Bus type | QPI |
| Stepping | D1 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 15 W |
| Configurable TDP-up frequency | 2,4 GHz |
| Configurable TDP-up | 25 W |
| Configurable TDP-down | 7,5 W |
| Configurable TDP-down frequency | 0,8 GHz |
| Tjunction | 100 °C |
| Maximum number of PCI Express lanes | 12 |
| PCI Express slots version | 3.0 |
| PCI Express configurations | 1x4,4x1 |
| ECC supported by processor | No |
Memory
| Internal memory | 8 GB |
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| Maximum internal memory | 16 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR3L-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 1600 MHz |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 500 GB |
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| Storage media | HDD |
| Optical drive type | DVD Super Multi DL |
| Number of HDDs installed | 1 |
| HDD capacity | 500 GB |
| HDD interface | SATA III |
| HDD speed | 7200 RPM |
| HDD size | 2.5 " |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | No |
| Discrete graphics card model | Not available |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® HD Graphics 520 |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel® HD Graphics |
| On-board graphics card base frequency | 300 MHz |
| On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max) | 1000 MHz |
| Maximum on-board graphics card memory | 1,74 GB |
| On-board graphics card DirectX version | 12.0 |
| On-board graphics card OpenGL version | 4.4 |
| On-board graphics card ID | 1916 |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
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| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Audio decoders | DTS |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
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| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 2 MP |
| Front camera resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
Network
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
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| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth version | 4.0 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 2 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| DVI port | No |
| VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity | 1 |
| Charging port type | DC-in jack |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Windows keys | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 10 Pro |
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Processor special features
| Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi) | Yes |
|---|---|
| Intel® My WiFi Technology (Intel® MWT) | Yes |
| Intel® Smart Response Technology | Yes |
| Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT) | Yes |
| Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology) | Yes |
| Intel® Turbo Boost Technology | 2.0 |
| Intel® Small Business Advantage (Intel® SBA) | Yes |
| Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology | Yes |
| Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD) | Yes |
| Intel Clear Video Technology | Yes |
| Intel® InTru™ 3D Technology | Yes |
| Intel® Insider™ | Yes |
| Intel® Quick Sync Video Technology | Yes |
| Intel Flex Memory Access | Yes |
| Intel® Smart Cache | Yes |
| Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI) | Yes |
| Intel Trusted Execution Technology | No |
| Intel Enhanced Halt State | Yes |
| Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) | Yes |
| Intel® Secure Key | Yes |
| Intel TSX-NI | No |
| Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) | No |
| Intel® OS Guard | Yes |
| Intel Software Guard Extensions (Intel SGX) | Yes |
| Intel® Clear Video Technology for Mobile Internet Devices (Intel CVT for MID) | Yes |
| Intel 64 | Yes |
| Execute Disable Bit | Yes |
| Idle States | Yes |
| Thermal Monitoring Technologies | Yes |
| Processor package size | 42 X 24 mm |
| Supported instruction sets | SSE4.1,SSE4.2,AVX 2.0 |
| Processor code | SR2EY |
| CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
| Embedded options available | No |
| Graphics & IMC lithography | 14 nm |
| Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | Yes |
| Intel Identity Protection Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel Smart Response Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) version | 0.00 |
| Intel Secure Key Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel Small Business Advantage (SBA) version | 1.00 |
| Intel TSX-NI version | 1.00 |
| Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
| Processor ARK ID | 88193 |
| Conflict-Free processor | Yes |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 45 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
| Battery life (max) | 9 h |
Power
| AC adapter power | 45 W |
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| AC adapter frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
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Operational conditions
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 5 - 35 °C |
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| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 20 - 80 % |
| Operating shock | 0.4 oz (10 G) |
| Operating vibration | 0 oz (0,5 G) |
Sustainability
| Sustainability certificates | RoHS,ENERGY STAR |
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Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 4.9 lbs (2,2 kg) |
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| Width | 14.9 " (379 mm) |
| Depth | 10.2 " (258 mm) |
| Height | 0.9 " (23,9 mm) |
Packaging content
| Manual | Yes |
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Other features
| AC adapter included | Yes |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Toshiba Tecra A50-C PS579A-03G00X good for gaming?
This laptop was not built for gaming: it relies on the integrated Intel HD Graphics 520. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
How long does the battery of the Toshiba Tecra A50-C PS579A-03G00X last?
The manufacturer declares up to 9 h of battery life. Real duration depends on brightness, workload and battery health.
What is the screen of the Toshiba Tecra A50-C PS579A-03G00X like?
It carries a 15.6" 1366x768 TFT display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Toshiba Tecra A50-C PS579A-03G00X have?
It runs on the Intel Core i5 i5-6200U processor with the Intel HD Graphics 520 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Which operating system does the Toshiba Tecra A50-C PS579A-03G00X come with?
It comes with Windows 10 Pro preinstalled.
Which ports does the Toshiba Tecra A50-C PS579A-03G00X have?
According to its spec sheet: 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45).
Does the Toshiba Tecra A50-C PS579A-03G00X have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the Toshiba Tecra A50-C PS579A-03G00X weigh?
It weighs 2,2 kg, a normal weight for its size: easy enough to move around.
When was the Toshiba Tecra A50-C PS579A-03G00X released?
Its release date is July 2017, 9 years ago.